Professional Development

LCPS is committed to attracting, training, and retaining quality educators, because we truly believe that qualified and competent faculty and staff provide the best learning opportunities for our students.

With more than eight Virginia universities and community colleges close by, our teachers have many numerous opportunities for continuing education and professional growth. In addition to campus access, we provide a comprehensive professional development program for all staff members that includes district-wide and school-based workshops, college and university courses on-site, and conferences.Supporting teaching and learning in and out of the classroom is our top priority, and it starts from day one. In addition to the professional support in the classroom, each school designates instructional money to pay for classroom materials.

National Board Certification
National Board Certification is the ultimate recognition of a teacher's skills. In Virginia, it also equates to a bigger paycheck. If you plan to apply for this prestigious ranking, we'll provide an experienced mentor to help with the application process and preparation.

George Mason University Master's Program
We currently offer a school-based Master's degree program from George Mason University. Teachers can receive a Master's of Education in New Professional Studies from GMU, while completing much of their course work in Louisa County. The program consists of three summer sessions at the Prince William Campus of GMU and day-long sessions each month to be conducted in the school division over the course of two years.

Old Dominion University Master's Program
We offer our employees an opportunity to move up the administrative ladder. This advanced degree program through ODU awards candidates with a Master's degree in Educational Leadership with an administrative endorsement in less than three years. Classes are conveniently held in the evenings in Louisa County by way of video conferencing.

Virginia Commonwealth University Master's Program
We offer our employees an opportunity to move up the administrative ladder. This advanced degree program through VCU awards candidates with a Master's degree in Educational Leadership with an administrative endorsement in less than three years. Classes are held in the evenings in Goochland County.